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2025 Sonoma International Film Festival - March 19 to 23

SIFF STARTS ON WEDNESDAY

Check out the complete lineup of films for the 2025 edition of SIFF.

Film Guide

Film Guide

Don´t miss the Fantastic Opening Day Films

LONG GOOD THURSDAY

The first screening of the festival:LONG GOOD THURSDAY at 10am, Wednesday at the Sebastiani Theatre: A grumpy Finnish farmer finds unexpected love in this charming road-trip comedy.

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Culinary Masterclass

Japanese Culinary Arts & Culture with Michelin Star Chef Yoshinori Ishii

“Discover Japan” with Chef Yoshinori Ishii, who has been awarded two Michelin stars for his innovative cuisine. Chef Ishii joins us for a special presentation of his philosophy of Japanese culinary art and culture.

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Festival Parties

Parties & Events

Sip, savor, and socialize with filmmakers, industry insiders, and fellow film lovers in one of the most picturesque festival destinations in the world.

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Opening Night Film

Sweet Störy

This year's opening night film is an irresistibly delicious story of community, self-discovery, renewal, and the power of baked goods.

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Centerpiece Film

On Swift Horses

This intoxicating period drama explores love, secrets, and the consequences of chasing freedom and desire.

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Closing Night Film

The Wedding Banquet

Sunday, March 23 at 5pm, Sebastiani Theatre

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Sonoma International Film Festival

Presenting a program of international film, food, wine, and fun, SIFF hosts its annual festival this year from March 19-23, as well as year-round film education programs, special events, and monthly film screenings.

About SIFF

2025 Festival Experience the magic of cinema at our festival, where diverse stories and powerful performances come together to celebrate the art of filmmaking.
Year Round Screenings Discover a world of cinema all year round with film and event programming designed to inspire, educate, and nourish our community.
Passes & Membership Join us for a celebration of film, food, wine, and fun. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a cinematic adventure in beautiful Sonoma.

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Year-Round Memberships

Our charter membership sale has been extended - join or renew today!
Members receive great discounts on festival passes & tickets!

Membership Levels & Benefits
Friend Membership
Sale: $75
Regularly $100
Purchase
  • Membership can be shared with a fellow film lover (2 people per membership max)
  • 15% off SIFF merchandise
  • $5 discount on all festival and year-round screenings: 2 per screening/event
  • $25 discount on festival pass: 2 max
Benefactor Membership
Sale: $150
Regularly $200
Purchase
  • Membership can be shared with a fellow film lover (2 people per membership max)
  • 15% off SIFF merchandise
  • $5 discount on all festival and year-round screenings: 2 per screening/event
  • $25 discount on festival pass: 2 max
  • 2 complimentary tickets to monthly screenings with wine-tasting at the Sebastiani Theatre
  • Early access to single ticket pre-sale for festival screenings and events
  • Invitation to First Look Festival Preview
Contributor Membership
Sale: $300
Regularly $350
Purchase
  • Membership can be shared with a fellow film lover (2 people per membership max)
  • 15% off SIFF merchandise
  • $5 discount on all festival and year-round screenings: 2 per screening/event
  • 2 complimentary tickets to monthly screenings with wine-tasting at the Sebastiani Theatre
  • 4 complimentary tickets to regular festival screenings
  • Early access to single ticket pre-sale for festival screenings and events
  • Invitation to First Look Festival Preview
  • $50 discount on festival pass: 2 max
Angel Membership
Sale: $450
Regularly $500
Purchase
  • Membership can be shared with a fellow film lover (2 people per membership max)
  • 15% off SIFF merchandise
  • 2 complimentary tickets to monthly screenings with wine-tasting at the Sebastiani Theatre
  • 8 complimentary tickets to regular festival screenings
  • Early access to single ticket pre-sale for festival screenings and events
  • $5 discount on all festival and year-round screenings: 4 per screening/event
  • Invitation to First Look Festival Preview
  • $75 discount on festival pass: 2 max
Premier Membership
Sale: $900
Regularly $1000
Purchase
  • Membership can be shared with a fellow film lover (2 people per membership max)
  • 15% off SIFF merchandise
  • 4 complimentary tickets to monthly screenings with wine-tasting at the Sebastiani Theatre
  • 16 complimentary tickets to regular festival screenings
  • Early access to single ticket pre-sale for festival screenings and events
  • $5 discount on all festival and year-round screenings: unlimited per screening/event
  • Invitation to First Look Festival Preview
  • $100 discount on festival pass: 2 max
The secret about Sonoma having one of the Bay Area’s finest film festivals has been uncovered. It’s a cinematic treasure, worth the drive from wherever you reside — Randy Myers, MSN, San Jose Mercury News and President, San Francisco Film Critics Circle.
SIFF is a jewel of a film festival. It is serious in its celebration of cinema, yet as warm and inviting as Sonoma itself. To be a part of it is to fall in love with the movies all over again. I hope to return many times in the future. — J.D. Heyman
Going to the Sonoma International Film Festival has been on my bucket list for years. Needless to say, I was ecstatic when I was invited to attend. And I loved every moment of it - from the opening reception until the closing night's film rolled it's credits. — Chef Joanne Weir
SIFF brings in the best talent that Hollywood and the world have to offer while staying true to the small-town charm of the Valley of the Moon. To be a part of it is to fall in love with the movies all over again, in one of the most beautiful spots on earth. — J.D. Heyman

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The Sonoma International Film Festival provides a welcoming, entertaining, and inspiring cinematic experience that supports and promotes independent films and celebrates the cultural diversity in the Sonoma Valley through the art of film.  We are dedicated to the financial support of the visual arts educational programs in Sonoma Valley schools and community outreach programs.
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